Daily Current Affairs MCQs : 17 May 2024 - Humanities/Arts MCQ

Hitesh Kumar S. Makwana, an IAS official from the Tamil Nadu cadre, has been appointed as the Surveyor General of India, reinforcing the Central Government's commitment to efficient governance and administrative leadership.

Axis Bank has collaborated with IRMA to establish the Axis Bank Chair, aiming to promote financial inclusion and literacy in India, contributing to equitable and sustainable transformation.

Apolinaris D'Souza, a renowned Konkani singer, lyricist, and composer, was awarded the 19th 'Kalakar Puraskar' for their significant contributions to Konkani music. The award ceremony took place on November 5, 2023, during a public event held at Kalaangann, Mangaluru.

The recently discovered Cnemaspis Rashidi, known as Rashid's dwarf gecko, was found in the Western Ghats of Tamil Nadu, India, particularly at the Kottamalai estate near Rajapalayam. It is the smallest among the genus and is approximately two inches long from its snout to vent. It was found at an altitude of 1,245 meters at the Kottamalai estate near Rajapalayam. It has a combination of beautiful colour patterns of yellow, white, and black adorning its back, making it stand out among its gecko relatives.

The Klyuchevskaya Sopka Volcano erupted in Kamchatka, Russia, forcing school closures. This marked its third eruption in 2023, with ash reaching 13 km into the sky.

According to the McKinsey Health Institute report, Turkey tops the list of countries with the highest overall percentage of positive holistic health scores (78%). This is followed by India (76%), China (75%), and Brazil (74%). Japan has the lowest overall percentage of positive holistic health scores (25%).

The legal proceedings and sentencing of eight former Indian Navy officers to death took place in Qatar, where concerns about the fairness of the judicial system have been raised. In the case of the eight former Indian Navy officers, they were sentenced to death by the Court of First Instance. They have the right to appeal this decision to the Court of Appeal. If their appeal is unsuccessful, they can then appeal to the Court of Cassation.

The 6th consulate recently opened in Seattle, Washington, showcasing the strengthening economic and cultural ties between India and the United States, especially in a major hub for technology and innovation.

Chile joined the International Solar Alliance (ISA) as its 95th member, demonstrating a significant commitment to global efforts in promoting solar energy. Ambassador Juan Angulo of Chile handed over the ISA ratification during a meeting in New Delhi.

Union Minister Piyush Goyal launched the 'Bharat' Atta initiative, aiming to provide affordable wheat flour, aligning with the government's commitment to supporting farmers and ensuring essential commodities remain affordable for consumers.